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    Josefina

    4.6 (60 reviews)
    Open 11:30 am - 2:30 pm, 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM

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    Dakota M.

    The restaurant is beautiful and the food was delicious. My favorite dish was the Salpicón de Mariscos! It was so fresh down to the sauce, and had the perfect kick. A must try for sure, Least favorite dish was definitely the Bacalao Frito. It was fried perfectly and the actual flavor was great, but there was tartar sauce all over it, instead of on the side which overpowered the fish and ultimately ruined the dish for me. The layered papas bravas aren't a must try. Unfortunately, my party and I were underwhelmed by the service. We felt rushed. My friend and I wanted to order a few tapas at a time as to not order too much, but the server insisted everything be ordered at one time even though we were just getting tapas. Maybe that's their policy which I understand but I don't know it just rubbed me the wrong way. We also sat for a good 15 minutes without being offered beverages besides water. We had to ask the server for recommendations which for a higher end restaurant seems odd to me. Overall, the food was good, the space is beautiful, but it's not somewhere I'm rushing back to eat. Maybe the bar??

    Octopus
    Jess L.

    Loved it!! Came here for my birthday dinner with a group of 6. Definitely make reservations. Beyond the food, which I will get to, I have to point out that this restaurant is thoughtfully curated from the seating to the plates. For example, we ordered a cold dish that came on a literally cold plate! Loved that touch. The tables and chairs were also beautiful and comfortable, just a very impressive look and feel! The food itself was great. We got tons of dishes - and split most. The oxtail dumplings were definitely a hit, but we also loved the seafood paella. Only thing I was iffy on was the octopus, see my photo. It's thinly sliced and for me, kind of deli meal texture, and tasted a little fishy. It was unique for sure but not the tastiest. They also had a great cocktail and bar menu. We got cocktails and wine - and our waitress helped us make some choices. My drink was smoked at the table which was super fun and tasty. Service itself was great, but the drinks did seem to take an extra long amount of time. Especially for a beer - to me that should take a few minutes but it was served with the cocktails, which took a bit too long imo. Overall we had an incredible time and while I'd come back, the menu is small and there's nothing left that I didn't order and wanted. I'm hopeful they rotate their menu seasonally so we can try more dishes! Note there is seating on the first floor but a lot is upstairs, so just be mindful when making a reservation if stairs are an issue.

    Cocktails
    Phillip S.

    This is a newer restaurant so there may be some turnover and kinks still being worked out. Not sure how far it is from the service bar to the second floor or the kitchen but there are issues. Ambiance: Upon entering you see a modern well styled space with huge ceilings, a good sized bar, a well protected first floor dining space with a clear entry area and defined walled off dining area, kudos for taking that step. The room is huge and the walk up to the 2nd floor is a lot of steps, not too many just a lot. The layout is visually appealing. We arrived at 6:30 on a Saturday and it was LOUD on the second floor. There were acoustic dampers perfectly integrated into the design at the top of the main entryway, probably 30- 40' above the main floor. This place needs way more acoustic dampening measures. We could not hear the waiter or each other at times. Decorative wall hanging and black baffles installed in the back space ceiling on the second floor are my recommendation, the second floor ceiling in the front room looked great as is so just add some foam or cloth. Service: Yikes. 45 min before a 4 top had more than water on the table. Drinks took forever, we had to flag down our waiter to get our first cocktail order in that did not arrive forever. We ordered 3 appetizers and 2 paella mains to share, the paella came out before our 3rd app which we cancelled. The wine order to compliment our main course came out late and one in our group was nearly finished before receiving their glass. Rather annoying at these price points. Do better. The dessert round went much better arrived quickly. Our waiter was competent and personable and tried to manage the delays with clear expertise. The wine by the glass versus ordering by the bottle was confusing. Did they have kegs? Just odd. We were lucky to have a sommelier in training specializing in Spanish wines and can confirm the selection was very good. None of us could explain the glass versus bottle issue or could hear the explanation by the waiter. The Food and drinks! The Fuerza y Fe which was an outrageous perfect Spanish inspired old fashioned, wow wow wow. The Negroni Fino was perfection as well. The Bajo El Velo smoked cocktail was excellent as well. Happy hungry table Apps Carpaccio De Pulpo A La Gallega - never arrived Tabla Mixto choices were very good, satisfying Plato de Queso was a hit, especially the spicy pear jam. Mains Valencia Paella - The chicken was excellent the dish was savory salty good. Overall very good, we should have demanded soccarat but it was still very good. Seafood Paella - The cuttlefish were perfect, the shrimp were very good, the prawn was a bit overdone. Clearly this dish had been assembled then cooked together. Ok, no issue when you are making that much paella but damn there was the desire for some socarrat. Dessert - An excellent Basque Cheesecake with berry sauce and Churro with ice cream chocolate sauce. The stars of the night for all with the cocktails. We will return for drinks and dessert to sit beside each other and be able to hear and enjoy. At these price points we were disappointed as a group and decided to take our party to another restaurant for drinks.

    Ellen H.

    We have been dying to try this new spot from one of our favorite chefs and it exceeded expectations completely on our wedding anniversary! We had an early dinner at Josefina before heading to a comedy show across town. The inside of the restaurant is clean and beautiful, with two dining areas and a full view of the kitchen, and an outdoor dining area upstairs. The staff were fantastic from the moment we walked in, everyone was so friendly and helpful. They were excited to celebrate our anniversary with us and were super accommodating when we realized we had to scoot to make our show. The food was amazing. We had the papitas bravas, which were very tasty, and the roasted cauliflower was delightful and very light. The carpaccio de pulpo and the rabo de toro dumplings were the perfect complement to the previous two. We had to stop ourselves from licking our plates clean, it was fabulous. We cannot wait to come back to see our friends at Josefina and enjoy a proper dinner!

    Papita Brava
    Nikki A.

    We were so excited to try this place for a date night. All expectations were happily exceeded! The menu is succinct. We opted to order several smaller bites and share everything. My favorite bite of the night was the Tomato Tartar. Everything we ordered was beautifully presented and delicious. The sauces were exceptional. We came on a weekend night and it was bumping. Reservations are definitely recommended. Service was smooth and friendly. I can't wait to go back and order that Tomato Tartar again and try some of the bigger plates.

    basque cheesecake
    Kiana B.

    This is a must-hit spot for foodies and gastronomy fans. Each dish is prepared and presented beautifully, with standouts (for me) being the Rabo de Toro (oxtail) Dumplings, Duck Rice, and Basque Cheesecake. The interior gives modern chic, and there are both tables and bar seats available. Above the food, however, was the service. Our waiter was extremely helpful and attentive, recommending various dishes and explaining each one as it was brought out. Plus, we got to try some cute little mini-desserts from the chef! Would definitely come again.

    Octopus carpaccio
    Angela G.

    Amazing spot! The food was fantastic, very reminiscent of our trips to Spain. I highly recommend the OC rail dumplings and the octopus carpaccio!

    Oxtail dumplings
    Cammi P.

    Josefina is a new restaurant in Baltimore. The Spanish-flare, unique menu is to not be overlooked. The burger was delicious, the chicken paella melted in your mouth, the oxtail dumplings are a must order and the bread is a perfect accompaniment. The restaurant is small and quaint. Disappointingly, there was a mixup with our order. Our waitress thought we ordered some pork dish, in addition to the burger and chicken paella that we did order. After that, the service turned very cold. We were reluctantly handed the bill after our food was packed up. We noticed that the tables around us got some chocolates and candies when paying, that we did not receive. I promise that we did not order the pork dish, and it was clearly some type of confusion and miscommunication. When the bill came, the pork dish was on our receipt and included in the total, but then was removed and listed as "error and mistake." Despite the delicious meal, this definitely put a sour taste in the mouth with the way it was handled.

    Seafood rice, oxtail dumplings, octopus carpaccio, shrimp
    Angela L.

    Went here for lunch on the weekend and it was so yummy! There is a good bit of street parking around here but it's not free. The restaurant itself has such an elegant atmosphere, great for a special celebration or birthday. We got four plates to share and they were so good! Our server was super kind and funny, appreciated his banter with my mom!

    Dessert
    Nadine F.

    Literally every bite was amazing! I was dreaming about the oxtail dumplings the next day! Our server knew her stuff and recommended the perfect white wine after we told her our preferences. The whole restaurant was a feast for the eyes as well. Beautifully decorated. It's worth the price. Looking forward to when the chef earns a Michelin

    Pork entree & Caesar salad.
    Alex V.

    My husband surprised me with a birthday dinner reservation here and I loved every second of this meal. From the ambiance, the cocktails, the incredible service and of course the food. Everything was on point. The dumplings were absolutely insane. The bread in the shrimp tapas was dreamy. The pork entree tasted like steak... the dessert which was a cross between tres leches and French toast was to die for. And (who I think was) the owner, treated us to house tequila shots at the end because it was my birthday. 1000/10. We are already talking about when we can go back. Definitely recommend!!!

    Nikki K.

    Overall, 3.5-4.0. Food: tasty, unique but more tapas style. Would recommend getting more plates than not, every plate is appropriate for maybe 2 people to share. Environment: upscale, good service. Drinks: 10/10, unique and with nice presentations. Would definitely come back and try more options.

    Janee F.

    10 out of 10, absolutely no notes! Food is amazing! The oxtail dumpling is honestly one of the best things I've eaten in my life. The cod was delicious, and the duck paella was completely out of this world. The service was great and the vibes are lovely, such a welcoming and enjoyable atmosphere. I've been here three times since they opened, and it has been amazing every single time. Definitely a spot I'll keep coming back to.

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    4.2
    (487 reviews)
    4.3 mi
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    Finding this restaurant can prove difficult...if your GPS lands you at the back of the building…read morekeep going around. If you lands you at the train tracks, yes that tiny road leads to La Cuchara. Prompt greeting by the host and very attentive service throughout our dining experience. I enjoyed all appetizers (Pintxos) but my absolute favorite was the beef empanada, it was so full of flavor. The tapas potatoes and salad were very tasty too. I had the rainbow trout for entree, for which the cuts were coming up short so they asked if shrimp was ok to add. I enjoyed the flavor of the shrimp, but I think the fish lacked seasoning- it was the only plate I didn't enjoy. Had the Aim to spark cocktail, a very well balanced drink! I'd visit again!

    My friend and I had an amazing experience here. We came for happy hour and found seats at the bar…read more The bar was huge with ample seating as well as it appeared to have plenty of tables for dining. We both got a glass of wine and ordered two small plates to share. After quite a while of waiting for our food, the bartender checked to ask what we had ordered. He had forgotten to put our order through and to apologize, gave us a bit more wine to compensate which was super appreciated. Our dishes came out quickly once they were placed. We had gotten the Beef Empanadas and Dumpling Squash Beignets. The beignets weren't what we were expecting but were delicious. They were fried balls with squash cooked inside - very tasty. The empanadas were just as good with plenty of beef and a great aioli. All around, an amazing first experience here. The ambience was lively and service was great. Food and drink specials were just as amazing. We will definitely be back!

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    Roasted Beets, Smoked Chèvre, Pistachio Dukkah, Passionfruit Vinaigrette
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    3.6
    (411 reviews)
    1.4 mi
    $$$

    Good food, nice staff, nice decor, good for groups, upscale pricing…read more We planned a gathering of friends from all over the area. Tío Pepe came to mind as an old-school favorite, and it drew in some folks we havent seen in a while for a chance to get haircuts and dress up a little for a memorable dinner. Reastaurante Tío Pepe is a nicely decorated taste of old Spain and Europe, a little north of downtown Baltimore. Look for the deep red awning over the descending stairs. There's an ample garage across the street. Around 6:30pm on a Saturday, we entered a lush hall and a dark comfortable bar area, with a coatcheck room just to the right. We arrived a little earlier than our group, so we found seats at the smallish full-bar with the imperial-red or ruby-red granite top. We had a great old $15 Catalonian Yzaguirre sweet red dulce vermouth rojo, caringly flavored since 1884 with distinct yet mild herbs reminiscent of the way the beverage is custom-infused in the old small bars across Spain. It was slighlty-sweet and richly complex. Quite refreshing, and they have even nicer vermouths on the menu, too. And we had an $10 rich amber dry white sherry, possibly a Gozales Byass which we noticed mentioned on wall décor, milder than the vermouth yet also fully flavored. We liked the authentic ambiance of white-painted stone walls and well-chosen items of décor from Spain. Our group of 20-or-so was split into two tables. And the eleven at our table also went through three $32 pitchers of tasty sweet sangria! So it was a lovely evening :-) Waiters in bright red jackets were very attentive. The food we chose from Pepe's extensive menu was good. We got $14.50 garlic caracoles, snails in butter, to pass around as an appetizer. A fun gently-flavored rather-chewy treat for the adventurous! Well, "caracoles". We had $10 Crema Escarial, a flavorful bisque with seafood and Brandy de Jerez. It had only the tiniest brunoise-size chunks of seafood in it, though, or whatever the Spain equivalent of "brunoise" is. We had a $13 Sopa de Pescado y Mariscos, a soup loaded with shrimp, mussels, clams, fish and lobster chunks, plus rice and some veggies. This was a much heartier choice. We had $17 Ostras Gratinadas, an oysters-Rockefeller of five large oysters loaded with spinach and cheese. They were very tasty and satisfying. We had a well-made $10 salad that included artichokes, beets, watercress and a sweet vinaigrette.  Many of us had different fish dishes, most around $36. They were fresh and tasty in a variety of flavorful sauces. The $36 sole, Filets de Linguado Alcázar, was perfect, with hollandaise made with bananas! That was a real treat! Ask your servers about off-menu apps and mains, too. We ordered fun twice-fried "puffed" potato wedges for everyone, hot, light, and just a little salty. We shared $14 Tortilla Sorpresa Fantasia Española, a baked Alaska, prepared table-side by red-jacketed staff. An exciting delicious spectacle! And a number of us split huge tasty $12 Brazo de Gitano a los Piñones, lush pine-nut whipped cream rolls.  A few weaker points: it was a busy night for the restaurant, and staff seemed a bit behind the curve. Food took a very long time to come out, around 3 hours from start to finish, and some of us had entrees half-eaten while others were still waiting. Several of us said their rice was only lukewarm. A couple of folks were unimpressed by the tenderness of their fish. For two of us, the total at dinnertime was $135 before the tip, and we had really modest dishes plus we paid for one of the pitchers of sangria. I imagine others were over $175 per person. The restaurant at large seemed happy, and we liked our food and drink. But for me, i expect everything to be quite delightful at those prices. I admit, most of the time we have previously come here over lunch, which has lower prices. It was fun evening, and our group seemed very happy, with several toasts and homages to our family of friends, and the hospitality of Tio Pepe :-)

    Absolutely incredible restaurant. Our Go-To for birthdays, anniversaries, special anything…read more Atmosphere, staff and food have been putting a smile on my face since almost as long as it has been open. Will be celebrating my birthday there on Saturday. Can't wait for that first escargot to hit my tongue. My belly then knows it's in for a feast.

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    A smallish full-bar with an imperial-red or ruby-red granite top.

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    Puerto 511

    4.6
    (523 reviews)
    1.4 mi
    $$

    I had a good experience at Puerto 511. I went on a Saturday night for a nice solo dinner. It was a…read morepleasant dining experience. The dishes came out at a good pace. I did not feel rushed until the desert course was served with the check. The variety of the dishes was fun to experience; each course was very different. Puerto 511 does really well with seafood. My favorites courses were the Ceviche Amazonico and the Tamalito Verde. The flavors were incredible. The Pulpo en su Causa was also a very interesting dish. The combination of ingredients and the inclusion of a cold mashed potato component were both innovative. I was disappointed with the other courses, though. The veal was tough, the lamp chop was tough, and the desert was not very flavorful. The quinoa flan and the passionfruit ice cream did not match very well in flavor or texture. The restaurant building itself was ok. The ambiance did not indicate fine dining to me. The service was not very personable. I would like to come back sometime in a different season, when there is a new menu. But overall, I would say Puerto 511 is definitely a dining experience worth trying.

    Came here with a medium-large group for the tasting menu. Overall fresh ingredients and enjoyed the…read moreceviche, lamb chop, and passion fruit ice cream atop tres leches; however was not blown away. Quite pricey as well (with tip and tax about $100 per person). Service was a bit slow. Indoor seating only. Must ring doorbell to enter restaurant. Bathroom available downstairs. Street parking available.

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    4.0
    (1.7k reviews)
    35.2 mi
    $$$
    Outdoor seating
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    First... man the chairs were UNCOMFY. Theres two types of stools and the padded one feels slightly…read moreslanted forward and small. But anyways Paella was delicious, the flavor profile was super fun. We got the short rib and seafood, and we all preferred seafood as the short rib was a bit heavy. The fish in it was crispy and so good, especially with the green sauce- nice herby and refreshing contrast. The figs were interesting and fun. But not that filling... I did not like the patatas... sauce was good but the potato itself had none of its own seasoning and was tough. Yes crispy but not pillowy inside. The octopus was delicious and super tender. Would come back for seafood paella and charcuterie.

    Excellent food, great atmosphere, fantastic service! I wish I had photos of the food, but I was…read morehere with a big group and we descended on the plates like a pack of animals. It was so good. General consensus: the Hugo should just be ordered by the pitcher -huge hit. The Spring Gin & Tonic was excellent. The Iberico Washed Old Fashioned was okay. The Patatas Bravas were a HUGE hit. It's a day later and I can't stop thinking about the sauce. The Escalivada was also a crowd favorite. The Gambas Al Ajillo was universally loved. The sauce the shrimp are swimming in was amazing with pieces of garlic and peppers swimming in oil. Sop it up with the bread that comes too. I heard great comments on the octopus. I also really enjoyed the BOQUERONES CON NARANJA because I'd never seen anything like it. Really yummy if you like a salty briny bite. Our server was amazing and incredibly patient with our large group. Fantastic restaurant!

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    Isabella's

    Isabella's

    3.9
    (546 reviews)
    44.5 mi
    $$

    Frederick, Md. has some of the best restaurants within an hour's drive from home…read more Isabellas's is right there amongst the best in downtown Frederick. Ii is a spanish restaurant and serves excellent food. I had the seafood paella (one of my favorite dishes). The rice was flavored and seasoned perfectly. It was loaded with shrimp, mussels, calamari, and My wife had the beef tenderloin with mashed potatoes. For our cocktails, we had the peach sangria. Absolutely light and delicious. Our server was excellent. He made excellent recommendations and was very attentive. The dining area was very comfortable, roomy, bright, clean and nicely decorated. Eaxh booth comfortably seats anywhere from 4 to 6 customers. There is a bar offering beer, cocktails and wines. The bathrooms were spotless and modern. There is paid street parking. I easily and strongly recommend this restaurant.

    A tapas bar/ restaurant in downtown historic Frederick. We…read morewent for a Sunday brunch (with a reservation for a 5-top in the window). The waiter was patient and easy going, especially for such a busy time. The food was well seasoned and portions plentiful. The biscuit that came with the combo was a cheese biscuit, however the menu didn't mention the cheese otherwise we would have asked for a plain biscuit (looking forward to having jelly with it, but not so much on a cheese biscuit), but regardless, it was a good biscuit. I look forward to visiting again next time in town, trying their dinner/ tapas.

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